WayAround Assists People with Vision Loss

Much of the way we perceive and understand the world is through our eyes. In fact, in one study, 88 percent of participants ranked vision as their most valued sense. For the at least 2.2 billion people around the world who have a near or distance vision impairment, accessing the world and getting information often […]

Vera – Music wellness for dementia

Music can be a powerful tool for individuals with or without special needs.  A new app, Vera, is dedicated to helping individuals with dementia by creating personalized playlists that stir different parts of the brain.   According to the app’s description, the app can “bring joy, reduce agitation, and improve the quality of life.”  To help […]

ATU581 – ConnectaVoice with Tom Shovelton

Podcast: Play in new window | Download Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guest: Tom Shovelton – CEO – Connect a Voice Website: www.connectavoice.com Email: info@connectavoice.com INDATA Full Day Trainings: https://www.eastersealstech.com/our-services/fulldaytraining/ Bridging Apps: www.bridgingapps.org […]

AM481 Roll-A-Ramp

Podcast: Play in new window | Download Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools, and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing, or other special needs! If you’re looking for a way to make your home or building more wheelchair accessible, check […]

Sony A7 IV Screen Reader Feature

There are several photographers who experience some sort of visual impairment.  Unfortunately, several camera menus are inaccessible making cameras difficult to navigate independently.  The Sony A7 IV is on a mission to change that with a newer, exciting feature: a built-in screen reader.   The screen reader is available by going to Menu > Setup > […]